Estimator

Aequalis Consulting Pty; Brisbane; On-site; AUD 100,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

Aequalis Consulting Pty in Brisbane is seeking an experienced Estimator to join its high-performing commercial team. You will prepare detailed cost estimates for major infrastructure and energy projects, analyse tender documentation, drawings and specifications, and develop pricing strategies to win competitive bids.

The role requires close collaboration with business development, operations and project delivery teams, with responsibilities spanning subcontractor engagement, risk assessment and

Qualifications

• Experience as an Estimator with strong commercial acumen.
• Ability to interpret tender documentation and drawings.
• Proven track record in pricing strategies and risk assessment.

Responsibilities

• Prepare detailed cost estimates for major infrastructure and energy projects
• Analyse tender documentation, specifications and drawings
• Develop pricing strategies and identify commercial opportunities and project risks
• Source and evaluate subcontractor and supplier pricing
• Work closely with engineering, project delivery and commercial teams throughout the tender process
• Assist with bid submissions and client presentations where required
• Maintain estimating databases and contribute to continuous improvement initiatives

Skills

Estimating

Cost planning

Analytical skills

Stakeholder engagement

Job description

• Deliver projects that power Australia's future.
• Based Head Office Brisbane

Our client is a recognised leader in delivering critical infrastructure across Australia's energy sector. With an impressive pipeline of transmission, utilities and major infrastructure projects, they continue to invest in their people, technology and capability.

Due to sustained growth, an opportunity now exists for an experienced Estimator to join their high-performing commercial team.

Working closely with business development, operations and project delivery teams, you'll play a key role in preparing accurate, competitive and commercially sound estimates for major infrastructure projects. From tender review through to pricing strategy, subcontractor engagement and risk assessment, you'll help position the business for continued success.

This is a highly visible role where you'll collaborate with experienced project professionals and contribute to winning some of Australia's most significant energy infrastructure projects.

Responsibilities

• Prepare detailed cost estimates for major infrastructure and energy projects
• Analyse tender documentation, specifications and drawings
• Develop pricing strategies and identify commercial opportunities and project risks
• Source and evaluate subcontractor and supplier pricing
• Work closely with engineering, project delivery and commercial teams throughout the tender process
• Assist with bid submissions and client presentations where required
• Maintain estimating databases and contribute to continuous improvement initiatives

About You

You'll be an experienced Estimator with strong commercial acumen and a passion for delivering winning tenders.

Ideally you'll bring experience from sectors such as:

• Energy infrastructure
• Transmission & distribution
• Utilities
• Construction
• Major projects

You'll also demonstrate:

• Strong estimating and cost planning capability
• Excellent analytical and commercial skills
• Experience interpreting engineering drawings and tender documentation
• Outstanding stakeholder engagement and communication skills
• A collaborative approach and desire to contribute to a successful team environment

Why Apply?

This is an outstanding opportunity to join a business with an exceptional reputation, long-term project pipeline and genuine commitment to developing its people.

• Working on nationally significant infrastructure projects
• Exposure to complex, high-value tenders
• Career progression within a growing organisation
• Collaborative and supportive leadership
• Competitive salary and employee benefits
• A business committed to innovation, safety and excellence

If you're looking to take the next step in your estimating career and contribute to projects that will shape Australia's energy future, we'd love to hear from you.

All applications will be treated with the strictest confidence.